Bearings and Seals

The Albany County Water Purification District, through the Department of General Services Purchasing Division, is seeking competitive bids for Request for Bids (RFB #2025-025) for bearings and seals. The procurement encompasses various bearing categories including single row bearings, double row bearings, angular contact bearings, tapered roller bearings, and specialized sealing equipment. Bidders are permitted to submit proposals for specific product items or equivalent cross-referenced products, with the requirement to provide base pricing and specify a discount or markup percentage. Key deliverables include the ability to supply diverse bearing and seal types with a mandatory five-business-day delivery timeline after purchase order receipt. The bid evaluation will be based on lowest total bid cost, completeness of bid submission, and demonstrated vendor capabilities. The solicitation is open from February 13, 2025, with sealed bids due on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM local time. The anticipated contract term is one year from award date, with potential for two additional one-year renewals.

Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) are explicitly encouraged to participate in this procurement opportunity. There are no strict set-aside designations, but the county demonstrates a commitment to diverse vendor participation. Bidders are not required to bid on all listed items to be considered for the contract, which provides flexibility for smaller or specialized vendors. The procurement allows for manufacturer brand equivalencies, as clarified in Addendum #1, which specifies that listed brands represent minimum requirements and alternative equivalent brands may be proposed. Vendors must submit cut sheets for each product in their bid proposal. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the bearing and seal procurement suggests a potentially significant contract value. The open-ended structure of the bid, permitting partial submissions and offering potential multi-year renewal options, indicates the county's intent to establish a flexible, long-term supply relationship with qualified vendors.